Obit -- Dorothy M. (nee Rackl) Burnette

The Niagara Frontier
Publications family and the Western New York community lost a dear friend and
contributor in the passing of Dorothy M. (nee Rackl) Burnette on Tuesday, April
26, 2011.

A native of Williamsville
and resident of Clarence, she was known for her charitable work with the
Brothers of Mercy and her care of many students who resided in her home. A
member of America's "greatest generation," she extolled great pride and love of
her country and was particularly proud of her four children, five grandchildren
and three great-grandchildren - all of whom she viewed as reflection of a
beautiful gift.

Her involvement and
contributions to others stretched far beyond. She was active at Niagara
Frontier Publications and a familiar face in the Grand Island, southern Niagara
County and Lewiston-Porter communities over the years. Dorothy had a part in
the first-ever edition of the Lewiston-Porter Sentinel on Valentine's Day 1987,
walking the Lower River Road area to personally deliver the brand-new paper to
residences.

An accomplished cook,
Dorothy also enjoyed participating as an official taster judge at the annual
Ransomville Cabbage Festival over the years.

She contributed in
countless other ways at NFP, working both the driving and walking routes
whenever a substitute was needed or assisting the company at its Grand Island
office.

"Whether it was inserting,
collating, shredding or cleaning, she always loved being involved," said her
daughter, Judith (Judy).

Dorothy was the beloved and
cherished mother of Judith A. (Arthur "Skip") Mazenauer, Timothy J. (Bonnie)
Smith, Patricia A. (Mitchell) Rubin, and Brian L. McCarthy; and devoted
grandmother of five and great-grandmother of three. Dorothy touched the lives
of countless young people throughout her life and was an integral part of the
NFP fabric over the years.

A Mass of Christian Burial
celebrated by friends and family took place on Monday, May 2, at Nativity of
the Blessed Virgin Mary R.C. Church in Clarence.

Those desiring are invited to share their reflections and condolences atwww.AMIGONE.com.